What is the cheapest way to get from Swindon to Bude?

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Bude is to train and bus via Bristol which costs £26 - £50 and takes 7h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swindon to Bude?

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Bude is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Swindon to Bude?

The distance between Swindon and Bude is 172 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

How do I travel from Swindon to Bude without a car?

The best way to get from Swindon to Bude without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 40m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Swindon to Bude?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Swindon to Bude, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swindon to Bude?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Bude is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Swindon to Bude.

Where can I stay near Bude?

There are 1125+ hotels available in Bude.

Swindon to Bude - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Bude by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
5h 40m
£32–85
Train, bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station6A
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
7h 11m
£26–48
Drive 159.9 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Bude159.9 mi
3h 3m
£40–58

Swindon to Bude by train and bus

65Weekly Services

5h 40mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Bude, England?

There is no direct connection from Swindon to Bude. However, you can take the train to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Okehampton, walk to Railway Station, then take the bus to The Strand. Alternatively, you can take a train from Swindon to The Strand via Bristol Parkway, Bristol Parkway Stn, Cabot Circus, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 7h 11m.

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